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8.2.Shackle
Unit 8 - Other accessories
8.2.Shackle
Shackle is semicircular bar of metal having an eye at each end to take a pin. It is used as a connecting link or device for fastening parts together; so as to permit some movement. It is made of galvanized iron. Shackles of different shapes are used for different purposes.
Shackle is semicircular bar of metal having an eye at each end to take a pin. It is used as a connecting link or device for fastening parts together; so as to permit some movement. It is made of galvanized iron. Shackles of different shapes are used for different purposes.
- Anchor shackle: It is used for attaching anchor cable to the anchor. This is also used for connecting the brackets of the otter boards with the wrap.
- D-shackle : This is used for joining ropes. In this pin does not project beyond the width of shackle.
- Eye bolt shackle: For joining all the types of lines and tighten or loosen the pin with the help of spike. The size of the shackle is given by the diameter of the pin.
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